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Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
Shri Ashwini Kumar Choubey calls for saving Wetlands and adopting LiFE - Lifestyle for Environment
In continuation to the World Environment Day  celebrations, the EIACP Division, MoEF&CC, Government of India, through its Program Centre at ADRI, Patna, organised a ‘Save Wetlands Campaign’ on 8th June, 2023 at Gokul Jalashay, Buxar, Bihar to sensitise local youths about Mission LiFE and for saving wetlands. Minister of State, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Shri Ashwini Kumar Choubey, presided over a public event for sensitising youth, children and communities on the diverse values of wetlands and the need for their conservation. The activities included plantation drive, seed ball making competition, Mission LiFE and Save Wetlands pledge and sight visit around the Gokul Jalashay. A street play titled “Bolta Jalashay” was also enacted by students to sensitize the crowd about the importance of waterbodies. Over three hundred people including school students and local communities in a Wetland Walk and were also educated about the wetlands and how humans and waterbodies can co-exist in a healthy environment.
As 'Amrit Dharohars,' Shri Choubey emphasised the critical role that wetlands play in human well-being. Highlighting the importance of environment conservation, Shri Choubey stated that Gokul Jalashay is a societal asset that has sustained the region's prosperity across generations. Recognising the immense tourism potential of Gokul Jalashay and the livelihood opportunities that the wetland offers to the people of the region, MoS mentioned that it is our responsibility to save this wetland. He also elaborated on the importance of Mission LiFE campaign launched by PM in Kevadia, Ekta Nagar, Gujarat in October 2022 for environment conservation.
MoS also felicitated the students for their performances in the LiFE Art Competition, organized on the occasion of World Environment Day.
Save Wetlands Campaign was launched by Sh. Bhupender Yadav, Union Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change as a “whole of society” approach for wetlands conservation on February 2, 2023, on the occasion of World Wetlands Day.
Ministry of Home Affairs
Union Home and Cooperation Minister Shri Amit Shah extends warm greetings to the people on Thiruvalluvar Day
For centuries after centuries, the divine wisdom and life lessons taught by Thiruvalluvar have guided the path to a pious life
Shri Amit Shah wished Thiruvalluvar Day may unleash a nationwide renewed interest in reading of his books among the youth
Union Home and Cooperation Minister Shri Amit Shah has extended his warm greetings to the people on Thiruvalluvar day. In his tweet, Shri Amit Shah said that for centuries after centuries, the divine wisdom and life lessons taught by Thiruvalluvar have guided the path to a pious life.
Union Home and Cooperation Minister wished that the day may unleash a nationwide renewed interest in reading of Thiruvalluvar books among the youth.
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Ministry of Tribal Affairs
Trifed Signs MoU with Akhil Bhartiya Vanvasi Kalyan Ashram for Setting up of TRIFOOD Parks in Madhya Pradesh
Continuing its mission to improve the livelihoods of the tribals and work towards tribal empowerment, TRIFED under Ministry of Tribal Affairs has decided to explore a convergence and build a partnership with Akhil Bhartiya Vanvasi Kalyan Kendra, a pioneering organization that has been working for the welfare of tribals in Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand since 1952. In this regard, a Memorandum of Understanding  was exchanged between the two organisations on January 3, 2021 to work togetherfor setting up of TRIFOOD Parks in 5 districts in Madhya Pradesh. The MoU was signed by Shri Pravir Krishna, MD, TRIFED and Shri Yogesh Bapat, General Secretary, AkhilBhartiyaVanvasi Ashram in the presence of Shri Durga Das Uikey, Member of Parliament from Betul, Madhya Pradesh.
Speaking on the occasion, Shri Pravir Krishna said that TRIFEDhas been actively exploring convergences with various like-minded organizations to continue our mission to improve tribal livelihoods.Engagement with VanvasiKalyan Ashram to undertake meaningful work will ensure round-the-yearincome earning opportunity for tribalsby engaging them in a variety of economic activities ranging from agriculture, horticulture, floriculture, Medicinal & Aromatic plants etc. and go beyond Minor Forest Produces.”
The two organisations will work together by undertaking various initiatives all aimed at improving the livelihood of tribal people and implementation of the Van DhanYojana through the mobilization of Self Help Groups  / VanDhanVikas Kendra  / VPCs / TRIFOOD Parks. With TRIFED as the mentoring organization, it has been agreed that VanvasiKalyan Ashram would form new Van DhanKendras in tribal areas by identifying SHGs, organize training, building infrastructure, provide machinery and equipment and other support. Among other scope of activities, Kalyan Ashram will include other areas, viz agriculture, horticulture, floriculture, fisheries, animal husbandry, handlooms, crafts to keep the operations running year-long and make the VanDhan scheme all-inclusive and viable.
Ministry of Law and Justice
Four Additional Judges elevated as Judges in Karnataka High Court
The President of India,in exercise of the power conferred by clause  of Article 217 of the Constitution of India, appointed S/Shri Justices Singapuram Raghavachar FGishna Kumar, Ashok Subhash chandra Kinagi, Suraj Govindaraj and Sachin Shankar Magadum, Additional Judges of the Karnataka High Court, as the Judges of the Karnataka High Court with effect from the date they assume charge of their respective offices.A notification in this regard has been issued today by Department of Justice, Ministry of Law & Justice, Government of India.
Shri Justice Singapuram Raghavachar Krishna Kumar, B.A.L., LL.B, was enrolled as Advocate on 29.08.1992. Since then he has practiced in Karnataka High Court and Subordinate Courts at Bangalore in civil, constitutional, matrimonial, company, consumer disputes and arbitration matters. He was appointed as an Additional Judge of the Karnataka High Court for a period of two years with effect from 23 rdSeptember, 2019. His term as an Additional Judge will expire on 22.09,2021.
Shri Justice Ashok Subhash chandra Kinagi, B.Sc., LL.B., was enrolled as Advocate on 02.06.1995. He practiced in Karnataka High Court in civil, labour, service and constitutional matters. He was appointed as Central Government Standing Counsel during 2008 2012. He also worked as part time Lecturer in a Law College from July 1997 to March 2006. He was appointed as an Additional Judge of the Karnataka High Court for a period of two years with effect from 23rd September, 2019. His term as an Additional Judge will expire on 22.09.2021.
Shri Justice Govindaraj Suraj, B.A., LL.B., was enrolled as Advocate on 23.06.1995. He practiced in civil, constitutional, company and arbitration matters in Karnataka High Court, various High Courts, Tribunals and Supreme Court and before various Tribunals. He was appointed as an Additional Judge of the Karnataka High Court for a period of two years with effect from 23 rdSeptember, 2019. His term as an Additional Judge will expire on 22.09.2021.
Shri Justice Sachin Shankar Magadum, B.Sc., LL.B., has practiced in Karnataka High Court at Bangalore and at Dharwad Bench in civil, criminal, constitutional, service and matrimonial matters. He was appointed as an Additional Judge of the Karnataka High Court for a period of two years with effect from 23 rdSeptember, 2019. His term as an Additional Judge will expire on 22.09.2021.
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Prime Minister's Office
PM greets Indian Foreign Service officers on IFS Day
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted the Indian Foreign Service officers on IFS Day.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, "On IFS day, greetings to all Indian Foreign Service officers. Their work towards Serving the Nation, furthering national interests globally are commendable. Their efforts during Vande Bharat Mission and other COVID related help to our citizens and other nations is noteworthy."
Prime Minister's Office
Call on Prime Minister by the Secretaries of State and Defence of USA
U.S Secretary of State Mr. Michael Pompeo and U.S Secretary of Defence Mr. James Mattis, called on the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, today.
They conveyed greetings of President Trump to the Prime Minister. The Prime Minister fondly recalled his interactions with President Trump and requested Secretaries to convey his greetings to him.
The Secretaries briefed the Prime Minister on the fruitful and productive 2+2 dialogue held earlier today. Prime Minister congratulated both the Secretaries and their Indian counterparts, External Affairs Minister and Defence Minister, for holding of the first 2+2 dialogue between the two countries.
Ministry of Defence
7th INDIAN OCEAN NAVAL SYMPOSIUM 
28 JUN- 01 JUL 21, LA RÉUNION, FRANCE
The 7th edition of Indian Ocean Naval Symposium , a biennial event, was hosted by the French Navy at La Réunion from 28 June to 01 July 2021. Admiral Karambir Singh, Chief of the Naval Staff, Indian Navy, participated virtually in the inaugural session of the event and provided his congratulatory remarks to the Outgoing and Incoming Chairmen.
IONS, conceived by the Indian Navy in 2008, seeks to enhance maritime cooperation among Navies of the littoral states of the IOR by providing an open and inclusive forum for discussion of regionally relevant maritime issues that would lead to common understanding on the way ahead. The chairmanship of IONS has been held by India , UAE , South Africa , Australia , Bangladesh  and Islamic Republic of Iran . France has assumed the Chairmanship on 29 Jun 21 for a two-year tenure.
During the Symposium, SME presentations were made by French Institute of International Relations - Observatoire du Climat, European Union, Indian Ocean Commission, IFC Singapore, RMIFC Madagascar and EU led Critical Maritime Routes Indian Ocean . The Symposium also held panel discussions themed on the three IONS working Groups viz., HADR, Maritime Security and Information Sharing & Interoperability. The Naval Maritime Foundation  also participated in the Panel Discussion on HADR.
IONS Conclave of Chiefs  is the decision-making body at the level of Chiefs of Navies, which meets biennially. 6th IONS and CoC was conducted by Iran Navy in April 2018 at Tehran. Owing to the pandemic, the CoC 2021, will be hosted by French Navy later this year.
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Ministry of Defence
47 Squadron of Indian Air Force Celebrates Diamond Jubilee
No. 47 Squadron of Indian Air Force currently stationed at AF Station, Adampur, completed 60 years of its glorious service to the nation. To commemorate the occasion, Diamond Jubilee celebrations were organised at Air Force Station Adampur on 14-15 February 2020. On this historic occasion, the aerial display by the Surya Kiran Aerobatics Team, IAF vintage Flight, Air Devils and performance by the Air Warriors Drill Team enthralled the audience. A large number of serving officers, dignitaries and veterans were part of the celebrations.
The Squadron was formed on 18 December 1959 at Air Force Station Halwara. It has operated Toofani, MiG-21 FL and MiG-29 fighter aircraft. The crest of the unit is a figure of a kneeling ‘BLACK ARCHER’ with a drawn bow, depicting poised readiness. The motto of the unit, “Karmani Vyapurutham Dhanuhu” is translated as “My bow is always stretched for its task”.
The Squadron took part in both 1965 and 1971 Indo-Pak wars and won numerous accolades. The Squadron continues to maintain its operational edge and has actively participated in Op Safed Sagar, Op Parakram and the operations post Balakot Strike in Northern sector. The Black Archers are the proud recipients of the Presidents Standards in 2009 and are ever ready to face any challenge, to achieve greater heights in service to the nation.
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Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
Progress of Bharatmala Project
The Government of India had approved Bharatmala Pariyojana Phase-I in October, 2017 with an aggregate length of about 34,800 km  at an estimated outlay of Rs. 5,35,000 crore for development of about 9,000 km length of Economic corridors, about 6,000 km length of Inter-corridor and feeder roads, about 5,000 km length of National Corridors Efficiency improvements, about 2,000 km length of Border and International connectivity roads, about 2,000 km length of Coastal and port connectivity roads, and about 800 km length of Expressways. Total of 255 road projects with an aggregate length of about 10,699 km have been approved till October, 2019 under Bharatmala Pariyojana with total Cost of Rs. 2,64,916 crore approximately. Bharatmala Pariyojana Phase-I is targeted for completion by 2021-22.
This information was given by the Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Shri Nitin Gadkari in a written reply in Rajya Sabha today.
Ministry of Steel
Ministry of Steel to organize a Webinar on Aatmanirbhar Bharat: Fostering Steel Usage in Housing & Building Construction and Aviation Sectors
Ministry of Steel, in association with Confederation of Indian Industry , is organizing a digital Seminar on ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat: Fostering Steel Usage in Housing & Building Construction and Aviation Sectors’ with Ministries of Housing and Urban Affairs, and Civil Aviation on August 18, 2020. The Webinar will enhance awareness of steel usage in Construction & Infrastructure development sectors and bridge the gap between users’ and suppliers for promoting steel-intensive construction. Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, Minister of Petroleum & Natural Gas and Steel will be the Chief Guest on the occasion. Shri Hardeep Singh Puri, Minister of State  for Housing and Urban Affairs & Civil Aviation and Minister of State for Commerce and Industry, will be the Guest of Honour. ShriFaggan Singh Kulaste, Minister of State for Steel will also grace the Inaugural session.
The webinar will focus on Users’ perspective on promoting Steel intensive designs and construction in Building, Housing, and Airport Projects. Steel Producers’ perspective about the capabilities of Indian iron and steel industry in meeting the present demand, future expansion plans, manufacturing and R&D capabilities for developing new products will also be deliberated upon.
Steel is a viable solution for faster and sustainable development of any nation. High intensity of steel usage indicates high growth of the country, especially in growth-driving sectors such as Building & Construction and Infrastructure Development. India’s per capita consumption of steel at 74.1 kg lags global peers and is one-third the global average . Given the recently announced 103 lakh crore investment plan by the Government for infrastructure development over the next five years, it is the opportune time for India to transition to steel-intensive construction and avail its numerous benefits such as faster construction time, reduced life cycle cost, increased durability & quality, recyclability and environment sustainability.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Governor Smt. Tamilisai Soundararajan calls for students to be strong, brave and victorious
Telangana Governor participates in 5th edition of the Prime Minister’s interaction programme ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ from Rajbhavan
Making an effort to balance study with relaxation is very important for peace of mind and quality study said Governor Smt. Tamilisai Soundararajan. She asked students to be strong & brave. She along with the students of different schools participated virtually in the 5th edition of Prime Minister’s interaction programme Pariksha Pe Charcha today at Durbar hall, RajBhavan.
Interacting with the students, the Governor said that ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ programme is an initiative driven by our Prime Minister where he interacts with the students aiming to ensure that the students take the upcoming board and entrance exams in a relaxed manner. She said it is a unique programme driven by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's efforts to bring together students, parents, teachers and the society to foster an environment where the unique individuality of each child is celebrated. She thanked Hon’ble Prime Minister for interacting with the students and instilling confidence.
Smt. Tamilisai exhorted the students to prepare themselves to face future challenges; she urged the students to follow the Prime Minister’s advice and stay away from panic and attend exams. ‘Keep your mind calm and you will be able to recall everything you have studied in the exams’, she added.
Nearly about 120 students from Rajbhavan Government school and 10 students from Jawahar Navodaya Vidhyalaya , Nallagandla, Rangareddy District participated in this programme. On this occasion the Governor presented the Telugu Translation of PM’s book “Exam Warriors to all the students at Rajbhavan. Later the Governor virtually interacted with students from Puducherry Raj Nivas who also participated in the 5th edition of Prime Minister’s interaction programme Pariksha Pe Charcha .
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 UPDATE
39.53 Cr. Vaccine Doses administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
3,01,83,876 total recoveries across the country so far
Recovery Rate increases to 97.28%
40,026 patients recovered during last 24 hours
India reports 38,949 new cases in last 24 hours
India's Active Caseload currently at 4,30,422
Active cases constitute 1.39% of total cases
Weekly Positivity Rate remains below 5%, currently at 2.14%
Daily positivity rate at 1.99%, less than 3% for 25 consecutive days
Testing capacity substantially ramped up – 44.00 cr tests total conducted
Ministry of Defence
IAF Phase of Indo - Russian Tri- Services Exercise Indra 2019 in Pune, Gwalior, Babina and Goa
Exercise INDRA - 2019 is the second edition of Joint Tri Services Exercise between Indian and Russian Armed Forces which is being conducted from 10-20 December 2019 simultaneously at Pune and Gwalior for Air Force elements.
IAF is undertaking service specific and joint missions during the exercise. Russian Federation Air Force  element is participating in the exercise along with IAF counterparts.
The broad theme for the exercise is to organise a Joint Task Force for undertaking planning and execution of air operations for eliminating terrorists at the request of the third country under UN mandate. However, combined missions between IAF and RFAF would also be undertaken for enriching experience and maximising training value in terms of interoperability.
The INDRA exercises are being regularly held since 2003, initially being a bilateral single service exercise between India and Russia. The first-ever Joint Tri Services Exercise was held in the Eastern Military District of Russia in Oct 2017. This year IAF has fielded Su-30MKI, Jaguar, MI-17 helicopters, Airborne Warning & Control System aircraft and Garuds of IAF are participating in the exercise.
Tri Services Ex INDRA-2019 will further strengthen mutual confidence, interoperability and enable sharing of best practices between the Armed Forces of both countries. The exercise show cases the long-standing bond of India and Russia friendship.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
More than 4 lakh 53 thousand people participated in Ayushman Bharat block level Health Melas on 22nd April; 496 blocks organized Health Melas on day five across the country
More than 59,000 ABHA Health IDs created; 17,000 PMJAY Golden Cards issued,28,000 teleconsultations and 12000 tuberculosis screenings done
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare  in collaboration with States and Union Territories is celebrating the 4th Anniversary of Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centres  under Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav from 16th April to 22nd April 2022. The celebrations are being carried out with great enthusiasm and fervour across the country. Union Health minister, Health Minister of States/UTs, MPs, MLAs, senior officials of the Union Health Ministry, Principal Health secretaries/ Health secretaries of States/UTs, senior officials of the State Health department, representatives and local dignitaries are also visiting the AB-HWCs and creating awareness among the public reading the importance of AB-HWCs in providing affordable and accessible Health care.
From 18th-22nd April 2022, Block level Health Melas at more than one lakh AB-HWCs in at least one block in each district of the State/UT are being organised across the country. Each block level Health Mela would be for one day and each block in the State/UT will be covered.
On the fifth day of the Health Mela, more than 4 lakh 53 thousand people participated and around 496 blocks organized Health Melas across the country. Further, more than 59,000 ABHA Health IDs were created and 17,000 PMJAY Golden Cards issued in addition to thousands of screenings being done for Hypertension, diabetes, tuberculosis etc.
Record 3 lakh teleconsultations through e-Sanjeevani platform were done in a day at Ayushman Bharat - Health and Wellness Centres  on 16th April 2022. This has been the highest number of teleconsultations ever done at AB-HWCs on a single day, surpassing its earlier record of 1.8 lakh teleconsultations per day. On 22nd April 2022, more than28,000 teleconsultations were done throughout the country.
The state-wise Block Health Mela report as on 22.04.2022 is as under: